Today we’d like to introduce you to Madison Benavidez.
Hi Madison, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
Where do I begin. My goal in life was to be a dancer. It was my passion and something I felt like I would do for the rest of my life. I went to college for dance and danced most of my life. I was injured in college and it ended my career. I was lost and wasn’t sure what direction I wanted to go in. During this time it was Covid so I was limited on options. I decided one day that I was bored and was going to do my hair at home. That might have been the worst but best mistake of my life. I messed my hair up so bad that when my hair dresser fixed it I was inspired. I came to my parents and told them that I wanted to go to hair school. They were hesitant at first because I had already changed my mind about school and they didn’t want this to be a waste of my time. I started school that next fall and it was a journey I never thought I’d ever go through. About two months into school I found out I was pregnant and I was so scared. I wasn’t sure what I was going to do. I wasn’t sure how I was going to go to school and provide for a baby. Luckily I had so many people in my corner that I was able to get through school and get my license. I bounced around with different salons just trying to find my place. I could never find a place that allowed me to be me and give me more freedom to be a mom and still do the things I wanted to do. I met my best friend in the salon I was at previously and honestly had it not been for her I wouldn’t be where I’m at now. I mean that in a way where she helped push me to be better. She saw potential in me that I didn’t see in myself. I prayed and prayed and heard God tell me to be obedient to him. To go out and do his work even if it is doing it through hair. I did what I needed to do and now I’m booked and busy! I never expected life to look this beautiful, but here I am. It’s a short journey that I’ve lived but I know the future holds so much more.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
It definitely wasn’t a smooth road. I started this a single mom. My daughters dad was in school pursuing his degree so I had to lean on family for help and support. Post partem was really hard on me. I felt like I was losing my mind. Up every night and at work the next day for hours. Some days I worked 12-13 hour shifts. I missed so many of my daughters first. Her first steps, her first words, her first time saying mama. But I knew I did what I had to do to provide for her. It definitely wasn’t easy but we made it through.
Thanks – so what else should our readers know about your work and what you’re currently focused on?
Im a hairstylist! I specialize in color like blonding and color transformations. When I started doing hair I was given the choice to either do color or do cuts and honestly as much as I love color, when I started cutting and styling I fell in love with doing hair all over again. I’m proud of my growth. From being just a confused new stylist to someone who can look at a picture and recreate it to the best of my abilities. I think what sets me apart from others is my willingness to step out of my comfort zone and do what I need to do to make my clients trust me.
What was your favorite childhood memory?
Okay this is going to sound weird but my favorite childhood memory would have to be with my brother. Almost any memory with my brother because he’s my best friend. But one memory in particular is my brother had to watch me growing up. He was like my other parent. One summer he told me to stop throwing a ball in the house and of course I didn’t listen. I threw the ball on the ceiling and our light fixture fell and shattered all over the floor. Instead of yelling at me or getting on to me he consoled be because I was crying and he found the replacement fixture and fixed it. My parents never found it. Well they know now but we kept it a secret for a while. That moment is burned in my mind forever. He really is my best friend.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: @madibenn.studio
